Welcome to the AF Death Train Wiki Updated for January 2026

Death Train

Your ultimate resource for mastering Roblox Death Train. Discover strategies, unit optimization, and comprehensive guides to become the ultimate survivor in Death Train!

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Death Train Units
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Unit Types
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Defense Strategies
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Wave Types

⚑Death Train Quick Strategy Calculator

Find the best unit combinations and optimize your defense strategy in Death Train! Calculate DPS, ROI, and discover optimal upgrade paths.

Unit DPS/ROI Calculator

Enter unit stats, then use verified shop prices to compute ROI (DPS per $1k). This avoids guessing damage values from screenshots.

Tip: Higher Value Score = better value per cost. For late-game hordes, AoE units usually scale better.

Death Train Game Guides

⭐Featured Units

The most powerful units and rarest items in Death Train. Learn about the best Death Train units in our Wiki!

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Lightning Cannon

48+ Damage

High-tier AoE unit with massive splash damage

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Stone Launcher

48 Damage

Essential for Wave 25+ survival

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Gem Core

Upgrade Required

Unlock advanced units and increase HP

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Lightning Tower

AoE Damage

Excellent for handling multiple targets

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βœ…How to Play Death Train

Learn the basics of Death Train with our comprehensive guide.

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Deploy Your Units

Place units on train cars to automatically defend against waves

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Build & Expand

Upgrade your Gem and unlock advanced unit slots

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Upgrade & Progress

Invest in AoE units and optimize your defense

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Master Advanced

Learn halt mechanics and endless mode strategies

❓Death Train Related Questions

What is Death Train?

Death Train is a unique tower defense game on Roblox where you must protect your train's core (the Gem) while moving through endless waves of zombies. Unlike traditional tower defense, your train moves continuously, and you deploy units on train cars to defend against the horde.

How do I play Death Train?

Start by deploying units on your train cars. They will automatically fire at zombies. Your goal is to protect the Gem on your train. You can upgrade the Gem to unlock better units and increase its health. Use the halt mechanic to explore towns and loot, but be careful of personal chasers!

What is the halt mechanic?

The halt mechanic allows you to stop the train to explore towns or fight specific threats. However, halting for too long spawns "Personal Chasers" - powerful zombies that target you. You can only halt after completing 5 waves without stopping, and cash earnings are reduced during halts to prevent AFK farming.

What are the best units in Death Train?

For late-game survival (Wave 25+), prioritize AoE (Area of Effect) units like the Lightning Cannon and Stone Launcher. These units can clear massive hordes efficiently. Early game, focus on basic units like Cowboy Guard and upgrade your Gem to unlock advanced slots.

How do I upgrade my Gem?

Upgrading the Gem requires gold and is crucial for progression. Each upgrade increases the Gem's health and unlocks the ability to purchase and place more advanced units. Focus on upgrading early to access high-tier units like the Lightning Cannon.

What are Personal Chasers?

Personal Chasers are special zombies that spawn when you stay away from the train too long or halt for extended periods. They have the same strength as your last completed wave and target you specifically, not the train. Your train defenses don't take damage from them.